Interior Architect II - III

Interior Architect II

• III Shive-Hattery $65,000.00
• $90,000.

00 / yr life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing United States, Illinois, Chicago 440 North Wells Street (Show on map) Apr 28, 2026 Apply Job Type Full-time Description Shive-Hattery's Chicago, IL Office has an immediate opening for an Architect or Interior Designer with 5-10 years of professional experience, focused primarily on interior-driven Workplace projects. This is a full-time opportunity for a motivated professional who is licensed or actively pursuing architectural licensure or NCIDQ certification and is eager to grow within a collaborative and growth-oriented studio environment. Working closely with a Project Manager, this role contributes design expertise across all phases of interior-focused workplace projects, supporting high-quality design outcomes, client satisfaction, and strong business results.

Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited professional degree program with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or Interior Design 5-10 years of professional experience, with demonstrated familiarity in interior Workplace design Registered Architect or Interior Designer, or actively pursuing architectural licensure or NCIDQ certification Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (required) Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and SketchUp Demonstrated expertise in workplace test-fit design, including space planning, adjacency studies, and iterative layout development Solid understanding of architectural specifications, International Building Code (IBC), life safety codes, and ADA requirements Experience with furniture and finish selection is preferred, but not required Excellent written and verbal communication skills Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of independent problem solving Requirements

• Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume, and portfolio for consideration.

If unable to submit your portfolio due to size constrains, please include a link to your portfolio in your cover letter.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and contribute to design discussions, idea generation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving Produce and communicate design concepts through drawings, models, and 3D visualizations Manage the production and coordination of design development and technical documentation Develop and document design and detailing directly in Revit Apply knowledge of programming, planning, and building performance to support design decisions Lead or participate in client and project meetings with architects, interior designers, consultants, and other design professionals Serve as a representative of Shive-Hattery with clients and contractors throughout project delivery Direct, coordinate, and mentor junior staff, supporting their technical and professional development Collaborate with project leadership to ensure quality, schedule adherence, and design intent Why Shive-Hattery? Join our downtown Chicago Workplace Studio and grow your career in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Our culture is built on strong project team relationships and firm-wide collaboration across 17 offices, bringing together architecture, interior design, and engineering expertise. Shive-Hattery offers an outstanding and competitive total compensation package including competitive pay and over 35 different benefits.

Benefit Highlights Compensation:

$65,000

• $90,000/year Medical, Dental, Vision
• 4 tiers of coverage Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employee, Spouse, and Child Voluntary Insurance Plans
• Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity FSA
• Medical & Dependent Care 8 Paid Holidays + PTO Paid Parental Leave 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match Overtime Bonus Profit Sharing Bonus First Time License Bonus Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support Professional Development Opportunities Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription .

..And Many More! U.S. Citizen, U.S.

Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Salary Description $65,000

• $90,000